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Connecting the dots: Prof Liezl van Dyk’s vision as new DVC: Academic

Stellenbosch University’s (SU) new Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Academic, Prof Liezl van Dyk, sees patterns everywhere: in 14-year chapters, prime numbers and the...
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Maties on the move: Pedalling with a purpose from London to Brighton

Maties on the move: Pedalling with a purpose from London to Brighton

For the seventh year in a row, a group of determined Stellenbosch University alumni will swap city pavements for country lanes as they take on the iconic London...

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Bridging continents and shifting minds, from Paris

Bridging continents and shifting minds, from Paris

We are thrilled to introduce a dynamic Matie making waves from the heart of Europe. Based in Paris, Sine Maphumulo blends her professional passion for finance...

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Engineer-turned-educator teaches chemistry and courage

Engineer-turned-educator teaches chemistry and courage

​Over in West London, we catch up with Karien Botha, one of our most energetic and inspiring volunteers. A former engineer turned chemistry teacher, Karien...

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A Matie making connections, from Stellenbosch to Frankfurt

A Matie making connections, from Stellenbosch to Frankfurt

​​​In Germany, we meet Arnim Ritter, a financial whizz with a heart full of fond Stellenbosch memories, a growing young family, and a passion for staying...

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Strengthening South-South Collaboration: Visting Bogotá, Colombia

Strengthening South-South Collaboration: Visting Bogotá, Colombia

​​​Stellenbosch University International (SU International) continues to strengthen its regional partnership strategy by expanding collaboration in parts of the...

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Soaring to Success — CISU Student Wins National Primary School Title at ‘Chinese Bridge’ Competition

Soaring to Success — CISU Student Wins National Primary School Title at ‘Chinese Bridge’ Competition

​​On June 27th, the South African Finals of the 18th Chinese Bridge Chinese Proficiency Competition for Foreign Secondary School Students, along with the 5th Ch...

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